Do I need to retake Subject 1 when switching from C1 to C2?
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Switching from C1 to C2 does not require retaking the exam, but you need to resubmit the application form and medical examination certificate. Passing score for Subject 1: The total time for the Subject 1 exam is 45 minutes. The exam consists of 100 questions, including true/false and multiple-choice questions, with a full score of 100 and a passing score of 90. The exam papers are randomly selected and combined by the computer driver examination system according to the proportion specified in the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Work Specifications". Exam process: Follow the staff's arrangements and collect your driving school file in order in the waiting area; Carry and present your ID card for inspection by the supervising officer; Mobile phones must be turned off when entering the exam area; No loud noise is allowed in the exam area; Regulation textbooks are not allowed in the exam area (or should be placed in your bag); After the exam, keep your ID card safe and submit the file to the "Document Submission Window" at the front of the exam area; Students who pass the exam will sign under the guidance of the staff at the exam exit and then leave the exam area; Students who fail the exam can leave the exam area immediately and wait for the driving school staff to notify them of the retake time.
My friend just got his driver's license recently and wanted to switch from manual to automatic transmission, so he asked his driving instructor about it. The instructor said that when changing from C1 to C2, the theoretical exam usually doesn't need to be retaken because it covers traffic rules, road signs, and safety awareness, which are all universal. Having driven for several years myself, I also think the basic driving knowledge for manual and automatic is the same, so retaking the theoretical part is just a waste of time. However, practical skills like reversing and starting need to be practiced again, and spending more time getting familiar with the feel of an automatic car is more crucial. Remember to check local traffic regulations, as there might be minor variations in different places. Asking the driving school in advance can help avoid mistakes. When it comes to getting a driver's license, having a solid grasp of the theory saves trouble and makes driving safer later on.
